Robert “Bob” Brunett
Wednesday, November 27, 1946
Date of Death:
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Age:
78 years old
Wednesday, November 27, 1946
Date of Death:
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Age:
78 years old
Wednesday, November 27, 1946
Date of Death:
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Age:
78 years old
Robert “Bob” Brunett
Robert “Bob” Brunett, 78 of Rochester, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 with his wife by his side.
Bob was born on November 27, 1946 in Ames, IA to Robert and Alberta (Kreier) Brunett. The family moved to Wisconsin, and Bob graduated from Cameron High School. He then graduated from University of Wisconsin at Eau Claire with a degree in Materials Management. On September 2, 1966 he married M. Karla Johnson in Iowa. Shortly thereafter, Bob was drafted into the US Army and was deployed to Vietnam. He was honorably discharged and he and Karla lived in Wild Rose, Wisconsin until moving to Rochester in 1975. Bob worked at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester until his retirement in 2004. He loved woodworking, playing Bridge, and being with family. He will be deeply missed.
He is survived by his wife Karla of Rochester, his daughter Amanda (Shawn) Donovan, two grandchildren Morgan and Jonathon, his siblings Sandy (Jim) Carraher and Lynn (John) Gevens along with several nieces and nephews and grand-nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents, and their son Robb.
The Memorial Service for Bob will be held on Monday, January 6, 2025 at 2:00 PM at Zumbro Lutheran Church with Pastor Shelly Cunningham officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial of ashes will be in the Immanuel Reformed Cemetery in Belmond, IA at a later date.
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Karla and Mandy,
I was so sad to hear about Bob. I have a lot of good memories of Bob taking Robb and I to play soccer. He was always laughing.
I’m thinking of you.
Barry
Karla and family,
My condolences and praying for you during these difficult times.
I have fond memories of Bob from the RCLS gatherings we had and he was always kind to us kids. Bob will be missed!
Love,
Wendy
Dear Karla and family,
I was so very sad to hear of Bob’s passing. My heart goes out to you on this sad loss. Bob was my manager at SMH and taught me much about Purchasing. Wishing you love and peace as you try and mend your broken hearts.
Hugs over the miles, LaVonne
Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dear Karla, Mandy and family
So very sorry for the loss of Bob my deepest sympathies to you all just a little over a year ago I lost my Jim my heart goes out to you . May our heavenly father bring you comfort and strength as you mourn his loss. It makes it difficult so sudden. Thinking of you Karla. Isaiah 41:10 says" Fear not for I am with you ;.Be not anxious, for I am your God I will strength you" God has helped me thru some tough times I pray the same for you. He says He will never leave us nor forsake us. He knows and understands your grief. With my love Donna Ellefson
Dear Karla,
I am so very sorry to learn of Bob's sudden passing. My Sincere Condolences to you and your loved ones.
I will always remember our time together on the 'Thrivent Community Board' and your volunteering at SMH. May your memories be held close to your heart and bring Comfort and Peace in the days and years to come.
Our dear neighbors, Bev and Larry Radtke have shared how precious your friendships are.
With Sympathy,
Gaylene Ryan
Karla and Mandy,
So sorry to hear about the death of Bob. He was always so kind to me and I remember his good sense of humor from all those nights staying in your basement with Robb.
My thoughts are with you.
Jason Oeltjen
Karla and family, I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of Bob. I have such fond memories of growing up with you guys on 5th avenue & I always really enjoyed visiting with Bob. It meant a lot a couple of years ago when I was back in Rochester, MN and I visited the old neighborhood, and I ran into you guys at the Larson garage sale. He'll definitely be missed.
Dear Karla & family-
I was sorry to hear the news of Bob's passing.
May God be your strength in the days ahead.
Your classmates from class of 1967 will be
praying for you
With prayers for comfort and peace.
Corrine
Dear Karla and family,
So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. I considered Bob a good friend and Mayo colleague. May God give you strength during this difficult time and the knowledge we will all meet again in His kingdom. God Bless you all.
Bob Saunders
Karla and family, I’m so sorry to read about Bob’s passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Donna Manske.
Dear Karla, my heart is so sad for your loss of Bob. Pray that our Lord gives you the strength with him by your side to manage the next days. Thankful that you have Amanda and family to help with your grief. Remember you have many Christian friend to lean on. God blessings on you and your family forever.
Pat